Owned by the Ayala's of Davao, Eden Nature Park is a 95% man-made mountain resort. When the owners bought the land in 1971, they immediately saw the potential of the place, with a great view of Davao City and the gulf. They carved out the mountain and planted a thousand pine tree seedlings. Now, after 40 years, almost all of the 80-hectare forest can be accessed by a guided tour (for a fee) provided by Eden.
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Day Tour Center |
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The guided one-hour tour around the forest cost Php100 per person. |
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I suggest buying tickets in advance especially on weekends and holidays so you can choose the time of your tour. |
Eden Nature Park and Resort is divided into certain areas. We only had time for three though -- Fishing Village, the Guided Tour and Sky Rider.
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The huts where you can wait for the staff to cook your catch. |
Here at the Fishing Village, you can request to have your "catch" cooked at your preference.
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The pond has Tilapia, Dory and Catfish |
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Nice to see a kid patiently waiting to catch a fish |
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Perfect family bonding |
After lunch, we boarded the shuttle that will take us for a tour around the forest.
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The nursery where they grow organic vegetables that they serve at the restaurant and sell outside as well. |
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A hanging bridge over a waterfall |
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Trying to play the instrument with the kids |
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A nice bahay kubo overlooking Davao City |
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Wishing well with beautiful gumamela flowers |
If you're also looking for adventure, Eden has the perfect treat for you.
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Kiddie playground |
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Adult playground |
The sky rider is a 200-meter long ride at 20 meters in the air. Sounds like fun!
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Safety is the number one priority here |
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Gears on! |
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Woohoo! |
~o~o~o~
Eden Nature Park & Resort
Sales and Reservations Office
Matina Town Square
McArthur Highway, Matina
Davao City, Philippines
Tel.: (6382) 299-1020 / 296-0791
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